Christopher Eccleston is Main Villain in "Thor" Sequel

About two weeks ago, a stuntman revealed that the upcoming "Thor" sequel, called "Thor: The Dark World, will feature elves. It was clear he was talking about the Dark Elves, which are lead by Malekith the Accursed, a major Thor villain. Deadline is now reporting that Christopher Eccleston (GI Joe: Rise of Cobra) will play Malekith.

In "Thor" comic book #344, Loki forms an alliance with Malekith in order to secure the Casket of Ancient Winters, which is an artifact from the realm of the Frost Giants and a powerful and deadly weapon. When opened, it releases powerful arctic weather that is capable of freezing anything in its path; killing humans and immobilizing Asgardians.

Tom Hiddleston has already confirmed that he's returning as Loki. The sequel is set to hit theaters on November 8th, 2013.

And the creep from Gone in 60 Seconds, and the creep from GI JOE, and the creep from...dude's pretty much role-cast at this point, and the sneering, leering accent doesn't help lend him to more protagonistic roles, either.

As for the actual news...meh. Thor was fun, but forgettable.

Marvel needs a little of that seriousness going on that Nolan has exploited. Reboot Punisher and make it good and dark and serious. That way, I can say that not everything Marvel machine-shops has smooth corners and gleaming edges. Give me something with angular chops and a murky patina. Something with shocking bite.